What is the deadline by which supplemental information may be submitted to the PHO after a hearing?

• A. No later than 24 hours after the hearing has closed
• B. Within 7 days after the hearing
• C. Immediately after the hearing
• D. Within 30 days of the hearing

Answer: (A)

The key idea is setting a tight deadline for any extra information after a hearing so the PHO can finalize the record and issue a timely decision. Submitting supplemental information within 24 hours after the hearing closes keeps the process efficient and ensures the new material is considered while it’s still fresh. It also helps prevent last-minute submissions from unnecessarily stretching timelines or reopening the record.

A seven-day window would introduce a longer delay and could disrupt the flow of decisions, while requiring information immediately after the hearing is often impractical since participants need time to gather or organize new materials. Waiting thirty days would create even more delay and undermine timely resolution. So, submitting within 24 hours after the hearing closes best supports a fair, orderly, and prompt process.